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Advocacy News
3.31.2021
Maryland legislation addresses inequities in care under Medicaid
The Maryland Legislature has passed two bills which pave the way for more equitable access to critical autism services by removing a burdensome![Study links nervous system imbalances to depression in children with autism](/sites/default/files/styles/content_grid/public/Study%20links%20nervous%20system%20imbalances%20to%20depression%20in%20children%20with%20autism.jpg.webp?itok=YSD4p9Ik)
Science News
3.24.2021
Study links nervous system imbalances to depression in children with autism
Building on what experts know about how the nervous system affects depression and mental health conditions in autism, researchers studying brain![Transition to adulthood grant supports findings on better healthcare programs for teens and adults on the spectrum](/sites/default/files/styles/content_grid/public/Teen%20being%20seen%20by%20healthcare%20professional.jpg.webp?itok=5yn07Mc5)
Science News
3.24.2021
Transition to adulthood grant supports findings on better healthcare programs for teens and adults on the spectrum
Research found that patient-centered medical homes can help improve healthcare quality and continuity for autistic people transitioning to adulthood.![Iowa state flag](/sites/default/files/styles/content_grid/public/Flag-of-IowaStateFlag.jpg.webp?itok=6KV_Q74j)
Advocacy News
3.23.2021
Iowa Department of Human Services addresses barriers to care for children with autism on Medicaid
Thanks to the advocacy of Autism Speaks and community partners, the Iowa Department of Human Services will be taking action to ensure equitable access![Girl sitting on a swing set alone in a park](/sites/default/files/styles/content_grid/public/stock-photo.png.webp?itok=Vm5DTAsM)
Blog
3.22.2021
Please Teach Your Children Kindness When Interacting With Kids With Special Needs
"Pledge to practice empathy, celebrate differences and educate others to do the same. Thank you."![Autism Speaks logo - a multi-colored puzzle piece with the words Autism Speaks](/sites/default/files/styles/content_grid/public/AS_logo_main%20image.jpg.webp?itok=sdsIUXJM)
Press Release
3.16.2021
Angela Timashenka Geiger to step down later this year as president and CEO of Autism Speaks
Today, Angela Timashenka Geiger and the Autism Speaks Board of Directors announced Ms. Geiger will step down as president and CEO of Autism Speaks![the capitol dome](/sites/default/files/styles/content_grid/public/MicrosoftTeams-image.png.webp?itok=xJOxyscf)
Advocacy News
3.11.2021
Congress includes relief for the autism community in the American Rescue Plan
The fifth COVID-19 relief package, the American Rescue Plan, has been signed into law, securing additional relief for individuals with autism and![Autism Speaks Women's History Month](/sites/default/files/styles/content_grid/public/EMS_03.04.21_Autism%20Speaks%20Women%27s%20History%20Month.png.webp?itok=d0lGaYmt)
Blog
3.4.2021
What Women’s History Month means to me
Women’s History Month is an opportunity to recognize women’s contributions to history, society and culture. At Autism Speaks, we celebrate the women![Top 10 Autism Studies of 2020](/sites/default/files/styles/content_grid/public/Top%2010%20Autism%20Studies%20of%202020_0.png.webp?itok=qWNfR8RB)
Science News
2.18.2021
Autism Speaks names top 10 studies of 2020
Autism Speaks announced its annual selection of studies that most powerfully advance its mission of enhancing lives today and accelerating a spectrum![Test tubes in a laboratory](/sites/default/files/styles/content_grid/public/EMS_02.17.21_Autism%20genetics%20study%20engages%20Black%20communities.png.webp?itok=d0BH1q97)
Science News
2.18.2021
Autism genetics study, aiming to increase Black representation, pivots during COVID
Minority communities overall are not well-represented in current autism genetics research populations. (Autism Speaks supported the initial Autism![How to best support students with autism in a virtual learning environment](/sites/default/files/styles/content_grid/public/EMS_08.27.20_How%20to%20best%20support%20students%20with%20autism%20in%20a%20virtual%20learning%20environment.png.webp?itok=ac2IP8a_)
Advocacy News
2.12.2021
The Texas Education Agency has rolled out Supplemental Special Education Services for students with autism
The Texas Education Agency has rolled out a program for families to support students for educational resources needed to address the impact of COVID![Autism Speaks Coaches Powering Forward](/sites/default/files/styles/content_grid/public/Autism%20Speaks%20Coaches%20Powering%20Forward.png.webp?itok=EnbI-9YZ)
News
2.11.2021
Autism Speaks Coaches Powering Forward brings NCAA basketball coaches, broadcasters and fans together to increase understanding and acceptance for people with autism
NCAA Basketball coaches, teams and fans across the country will display their support for the autism community by wearing Autism Speaks puzzle-piece![Financial services: A personal mission to give back to the autistic community](/sites/default/files/styles/content_grid/public/Financial%20services%20A%20personal%20mission%20to%20give%20back%20to%20the%20autistic%20community%20.png.webp?itok=YiSK7ybX)
Blog
2.3.2021
“Adulting on the Spectrum” with Autism Speaks
Andrew and Eileen answer questions about work in the autism community, their lives on the spectrum and launch a very special project with Autism![ReasonIJumpImage](/sites/default/files/styles/content_grid/public/The%20Reason%20I%20Jump%20%281%29.png.webp?itok=y51oVCED)
Blog
2.3.2021
Nonverbal autism gets spotlight in new documentary
The Reason I Jump is an autism documentary that educates and breaks down barriers and stigmas around nonverbal autism. Click here to watch the trailer![Image of Autism Speaks logo with the words below it that read, Autism and COVID Vaccines, January 27tth, 2021](/sites/default/files/styles/content_grid/public/webinar%20cover.png.webp?itok=bywQGs-I)
Science News
1.29.2021
Autism Speaks, CDC and partners answer COVID vaccine questions for the autism community
Autism Speaks hosted the CDC’s Georgina Peacock, M.D., and the presidents of the Autism Society of America and Autism Science Foundation on Wednesday![How to cope with disrupted personal routines during COVID-19](/sites/default/files/styles/content_grid/public/martin-sanchez-Tzoe6VCvQYg-unsplash.jpg.webp?itok=5DdN673E)
Science News
1.29.2021